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Staghorn Sumac vs Kentucky Coffeetree

Gymnocladus dioicus

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Kentucky Coffeetree
Staghorn Sumac

The Kentucky Coffeetree has the largest leaves of any native tree in North America! In the summer, its large green canopy provides shade. While in the winter, its leathery bean pods act as a decorative element against the sky as they rattle in the wind. Beautiful year-round, this tree is an elegant addition to any landscape.

Staghorn Sumac is a popular ornamental shrub with red velvet like antlers that produce seeds that provide nice winter interest for landscapers and gardeners.

This low-maintenance plant is a great addition to any garden it is also used in shelterbelts.

Kentucky Coffeetree Quick Facts

Staghorn Sumac Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 4a
Height: 21 m (70 ft)
Height: 3 m (10 ft)
Spread: 15 m (50 ft)
Spread: 3 m (10 ft)
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: short
Suckering: high
Suckering: low

Toxicity: Uncooked pods are toxic to humans

Flowers: small, green-yellow
Fruit: small, red
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no


Native to: ON
Native to: ON, QC, NS, NB, PE
Other Names: coffeetree
Other Names: stags horn sumach, velvet sumac